Hello Everybody,

This year the official Hollywood NOW Love Your Body Day pics got so much press and attention, it has really created a buzz around the upcoming event! If you haven’t seen the pics already, check them out here as well as a few links to press below! Also check out Whitney Thompson’s website and blog at www.shopsupermodel.com

Whitney Thompson and Chenese Lewis for Hollywood NOW Love Your Body Day. Credits: Photographer Inez Lewis, Hair Stylist Jo Williams, Make Up Artist Jeanna Sabatino for Image Cosmetics.

Press:

http://stylenews.peoplestylewatch.com/2010/08/26/antm-winner-whitney-thompson-bares-all-in-the-name-of-love/

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504763_162-20014516-10391704.html

http://cocoperez.com/2010-08-23-top-model-winner-wants-you-to-love-your-body

http://www.stylelist.com/2010/08/24/whitney-thompson-nude-defends-tyra-banks/

http://www.ivillage.com/naked-photo-everyone-s-talking-about/4-a-260073

http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/2010/08/24/2010-08-24_americas_next_top_model_winner_whitney_thompson_bares_it_all_to_promote_love_you.html

http://www.fameblab.com/article/americas-next-top-model-s-whitney-thompson-gets-naked-love-day

Whitney Thompson and Chenese Lewis on E! News Daily

 

International Press:

UK:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1305494/Americas-Next-Top-Model-plus-size-winner-flaunts-curves-naked-ad-campaign.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

Mexico:

http://www.terra.com.co/mujer/articulo/html/mur5588-una-gordita-logra-hacerse-campo-en-el-mundo-de-la-moda.htm

http://de10.com.mx/9252.html

http://ecodiario.eleconomista.es/gente-estilo/noticias/2398935/08/10/Whitney-Thompson-se-desnuda-para-reivindicar-la-belleza-XL.html

Israel:

http://www.raysegev.com/index.php/love-your-body-day/

http://www.mako.co.il/women-fitness/Article-dced4db1693aa21006.htm&sCh=3d385dd2dd5d4110&pId=1252482108

Finland:

http://www.seiska.fi/viihdeuutiset/_a118447/huippumalli+haussa+voittaja+kaulailee+naista+alastomana++kuvat/

Netherland:

http://www.fashionnewz.nl/artikel_8719_foto-winnares-americas-next-top-model-uit-de-kleren.html

http://www.ad.nl/ad/nl/1003/You/article/detail/507385/2010/08/24/Plus-size-America-s-Next-Top-Model-naakt-in-campagne.dhtml

Norway:
http://www.seher.no/849623/top-model-vinner-kaster-klaerne

Slovakia:
http://www.aktuality.sk/clanok/171121/zeny-su-krasne-tucne-i-vychrtle/

Sweeden:
http://www.expressen.se/noje/extra/1.2110968/har-poserar-america-s-next-top-model-vinnaren-naken

Vietnam:
http://www32.24h.com.vn/thoi-trang/anh-khoa-than-gay-soc-cua-mau-beo-c78a319705.html

Greece:
http://www.isthmos.gr/article.php?news_id=19652

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The National Curve Appeal Beauty, Fashion & Health Convention is an event that caters to the needs of full-figured women, sizes 12 to 26. This is a highly publicized, national convention/expo, fashion show and networking event that attracts sexy, confident, sassy, independent and sophisticated curvaceous woman. This expo offers a national platform that showcases fabulous and stylish clothes from some of the trendiest plus size designers and retailers. Additionally, it offers vendors that specialize in beauty services and products; fashion; bra fitting, body reshaping, style tips, makeup and hair advice, shoe fitting and most importantly; guidance on how to live a longer, healthier and happier lifestyle. There will also be an abundance of men that love and appreciate plus-sized women. This affair is truly like no other. Women everywhere are invited to celebrate the Project Curve Appeal movement, which takes place at the Riviera Hotel & Casino Monaco Tower, on the world famous Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada.

http://www.curveappealconvention.com

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• Date: Saturday, October 2nd 2010
• Time: 4:00pm
• City: Chenese Lewis in Las Vegas
• Venue: Riviera Hotel & Casino
• Address: 2901 Las Vegas Blvd.
• Country: US
• Notes: Project Curve Appeal Convention
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Chenese Lewis Productions, LLC is One of the Top 500 Small Businesses Recognized for High Customer Engagement Rates in Email Marketing.

VerticalResponse, Inc. a leading provider of self-service email marketing, online survey and direct mail solutions for small businesses, today announced Chenese Lewis Productions, LLC as one of the winners in their new customer awards program, the Vertical Response 500. This awards program highlights the top 500 small business customers that have maintained very high email engagement rates—as demonstrated by their average email open rates and click through rates. To qualify for the awards, customers had to have sent at least four email campaigns in the first quarter of 2010, and mailed to a list size of between 100-500 opt-in subscribers.

“VerticalResponse 500 award honorees such as Chenese Lewis Productions, LLC are using email marketing successfully to grow their businesses, and like VerticalResponse they know the importance of creating engaging emails that provide true value to recipients,” said Janine Popick, CEO of VerticalResponse. “The open and click through rates of their email campaigns are a testament to their excellence in growing their small business.”

VerticalResponse 500 Awards: Criteria
The team of marketing experts at VerticalResponse identified the top 500 small businesses, based on email marketing performance and engagement in the first quarter of 2010. The following criteria was used to determine the VerticalResponse 500 winners:

- Open rates: average above 20%
- Click through rates: average above 4%
- Size of email send: average between 100-500 emails per email
- Number of emails sent: at least four email campaigns

Complete List of 2010 Q2 Winners: http://www.verticalresponse.com/vr500/winners-2010-q2/

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Chevese Turner
Chevese.turner@bedaonline.com
(410)570-9577

Plus Size Beauty Queen Becomes Spokesperson for Binge Eating Disorder Association

Plus Size Beauty Queen, Chenese Lewis Joins BEDA’s Mission to Promote Positive Body Image and Awareness of Binge Eating Disorder

(Severna Park, MD) July 27, 2010 -The Binge Eating Disorder Association (BEDA) announced today that Chenese Lewis has become an official ambassador, joining the effort to increase awareness around unrealistic “body-perfect” ideals, binge eating disorder and several associated conditions, including compulsive and emotional eating, and food addiction. Binge eating disorder is the most common eating disorder in the United States affecting 3.5% of females and 2% of males. One in every 35 U.S. adults has the disorder and its prevalence amongst those seeking weight loss treatments, including bariatric surgery is up to 50%.

Chenese Lewis is a positive body image and self esteem advocate who made history by being the first woman crowned Miss Plus America in 2003. She is the current president of the Hollywood chapter of the National Organization for Women and creator of Hollywood NOW’s “Love Your Body Day”, an annual event where women of all sizes come together to promote positive body image. As a keynote speaker she lectures at national workshops, seminars, and universities around the country including the University of California, Davis “Celebrate Your Body Week” and is the host of PLUS Model Radio, the #1 podcast for plus size women. Her unique story and prestigious career have been featured by countless media outlets such as Dr. Phil, The Insider, and Figure Magazine.

“BEDA’s members are struggling with humiliation and embarrassment around their weight or are dangerously restricting food intake after bingeing in order to maintain a weight they deem suitable. BEDA is creating a community to support recovery and acceptance in a manner that is safe, builds self-esteem and tears down the walls of shame” states Chevese Turner, BEDA founder and chief executive officer. “

The Association is also taking the issue of “weight-bias” head on. With an increasing focus on the overweight and obese, it is well documented that weight-related bullying and discrimination is on the rise. According to studies done by Yale’s Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity, individuals who experience weight-bias (i.e bullying, teasing, and discrimination) are more likely to turn to food for comfort rather than diet. “This is critical information as a link has been made between the internalization of weight stigmatization and binge eating” Turner states. “Fortunately, the message that Ms. Lewis promotes of self esteem, loving your body, and promoting a broader definition of beauty is exactly the kind of role model our members need and we are thrilled to have her on board.”

Ms. Lewis will participate in the BEDA 2011 National Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona, March 31-April 2, 2011, at the Firesky Resort and Spa. BEDA’s conference will provide professionals who treat binge eating disorder and its associated conditions with the opportunity to network, expand their knowledge base and augment their treatment repertoire. It will also provide a track for individuals with binge eating disorder, compulsive and emotional eating, and food addiction. This track will welcome families and friends, and will promote BEDA’s efforts to build a community for those seeking recovery and support.

Binge Eating Disorder Association (BEDA) is a national organization focusing on the need to increase prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for binge eating disorder. BEDA is committed to facilitating awareness, high quality of care, and recovery for those who live and those who work with binge eating disorder through outreach and support, education, and resources. For more information visit www.bedaonline.com.

To learn more about Chenese Lewis visit www.cheneselewis.com

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Hello Everyone,

If you didnt already know I’m hosting the Project Curve Appeal Beauty, Fashion & Health Convention in Las Vegas Oct. 2nd! Check out the video promo that was released today for the event and read below for more info, hope to see you there!

10.2.10 – Curve Appeal Beauty, Fashion & Health Convention (12PM)

The National Curve Appeal Beauty, Fashion & Health Convention is an event that caters to the needs of full-figured women, sizes 12 to 26. This is a highly publicized, national convention/expo, fashion show and networking event that attracts sexy, confident, sassy, independent and sophisticated curvaceous woman. This expo offers a national platform that showcases fabulous and stylish clothes from some of the trendiest plus size designers and retailers. Additionally, it offers vendors that specialize in beauty services and products; fashion; bra fitting, body reshaping, style tips, makeup and hair advice, shoe fitting and most importantly; guidance on how to live a longer, healthier and happier lifestyle. There will also be an abundance of men that love and appreciate plus-sized women. This affair is truly like no other. Women everywhere are invited to celebrate the Project Curve Appeal movement, which takes place at the Riviera Hotel & Casino Monaco Tower, on the world famous Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada.

http://www.projectcurveappeal.com

Hello Everyone,

In the previous post about upcoming events, you can see I will be in Dallas May 29-30 for the Miss Texas Plus America Pageant. During the pageant weekend I will also be hosting a seminar for plus models and beauty queens called Crowning Curves! If you are in the area I hope to see you at the seminar and pageant!

I’ll be blogging about the events to let you know how everything went with pics, so check back soon!

XOXO
Chenese

PLUS Model Radio Celebrates 2 Years, Launches New Website, and Welcomes New Contributors!

 Los Angeles, CA – February 18, 2010 – PLUS Model Radio with host Chenese Lewis, the #1 podcast for plus size women, which premiered March 17, 2008 is celebrating its two year anniversary! In two years the show has had amazing guests, tons of valuable information, a consistently growing fan base, and has the entire plus industry tuning in faithfully. In celebration of PLUS Model Radio’s anniversary a new website for the internet radio show will be launched March 1^st, 2010, as well as a theme song contest, and exciting new additions to the show.

The newly designed website for PLUS Model Radio goes live Monday, March 1^st, 2010. PLUS Model Radio aims to extend the reach of the show by serving a broad audience of listeners interested in entertainment, modeling, fashion, size acceptance, and philanthropy. The new website features expanded content and streaming media including over 50 episodes related to the plus industry in the permanent archives. The website will give the audience a place to not only listen to the show, but also have valuable show information and resources at their finger tips. Starting March 1^st the newly launched website will be available at www.plusmodelradio.com

PLUS Model Radio will also introduce new contributors to the show that will keep the listeners informed with the latest news in the plus industry. The new contributors include: Madeline Figueroa-Jones, editor of PLUS Model Magazine and co creator of the PLUS Size Industry Professionals website. Sage Salzer, plus supermodel who  has been featured in print campaigns for Curvation, Fruit of the Loom, Lane Bryant and in-store posters can be seen regularly at Catherine’s, Fashion Bug, Kohl’s, Target, and Walmart. Erica Watson, actress, stand-up comedian, and film/television director who in 2009 appeared in the Lee Daniels film “Precious,” and is currently touring around the country with her one woman show “Fat Bitch” and Aimee Cheshire, former plus size model turned blogger and creator of MadisonPlus.com, the premier fashion site for the modern plus size woman.

In celebration of the two year anniversary PLUS Model Radio will also hold a theme song contest encouraging artists to write an original theme song for the show which is a great opportunity to for an up and coming artist to gain exposure within the plus community. The prize package includes in addition to your music being heard weekly on PLUS Model Radio by thousands of listeners, an interview on the radio show, a feature in PLUS Model Magazine, and a one year subscription to the PLUS Size Industry Professional website. Submissions will be taken from March 1^st though March 26^th. Contest details  and submitting instructions will be available on www.plusmodelradio.com .

Chenese Lewis, who in December 2007 was coined “A Leader in the Curvy Revolution” has definitely lived up to her title, not only is she the show’s host but also the visionary behind the project. “Our online listeners will now experience a more vibrant and seamless view of the whole PLUS Model Radio and online resources,” says Chenese Lewis, PLUS Model Radio host. “In addition to having a new home for the show on the internet, I’m excited about the new contributors to the show who are all very successful women that are active in the community, and I can’t wait to hear the theme song submissions, March is going to be a very exciting month!”

About PLUS Model Radio

PLUS Model Radio is the #1 podcast for plus size women! In conjunction with PLUS Model Magazine, the premiere magazine celebrating and inspiring the plus size fashion and plus size modeling industry, the show covers everything curvy for women sizes 14 and up. Hosted by plus size model and actress Chenese Lewis, PLUS Model Radio inspires plus models and curvy fashionistas to pursue their dreams, thrive in their curves, crave modern fashion and shape their life on their own terms, sans apologies.

http://www.plusmodelradio.com

http://www.plusmodelmag.com

http://www.cheneselewis.com

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